1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1959 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Greyhound | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3800 mm |
