1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 46 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 931 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
