1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 45 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 927 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
