1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1085 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
