1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1965 Ginetta G10
To start off, 1965 Ginetta G10 is newer by 6 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ginetta G10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1965 Ginetta G10 | |
| Make | AC | Ginetta |
| Model | Greyhound | G10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
