1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 42 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 639 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | XLR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
