1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 803 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | MK X |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
