1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 Alvis TF | |
Make | AC | Alvis |
Model | Greyhound | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |