1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 695 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
