1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
