1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 901 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
