1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 709 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | STS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
