1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
