1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 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), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 853 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Greyhound | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |