1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1659 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Greyhound | Escalade |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |