1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 257 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |