1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 31 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 965 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
