1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 48 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 711 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
