1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 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 | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |