1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1951 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 708 kg more than 1961 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1951 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 151 L |
