1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 18 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Electra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
