1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
