1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 38 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 427 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1997 Buick Century | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
