1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 34 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 922 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Greyhound | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |