1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 47 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 749 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
