1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1942 Aston Martin 15
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Aston Martin 15 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1942 Aston Martin 15 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Greyhound | 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1122 kg |