1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1963 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
