1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1153 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
