1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 710 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Greyhound | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |