1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 1979 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 797 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Greyhound 1979 Cadillac Seville
Make AC Cadillac
Model Greyhound Seville
Year Released 1959 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2216 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1093 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2910 mm


 

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