1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 44 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
