1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 547 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Greyhound | Aurora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |