1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | AC | GAZ |
| Model | Greyhound | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
