1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
