1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 575 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Allante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
