1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, both 1962 AC Greyhound and 1962 Buick Invicta were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Greyhound | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Greyhound | Invicta |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 583 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |