1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1060 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Calais |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
