1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 533 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Greyhound | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 159 L |