1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 725 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | 98 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
