1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Tatra T603 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | Greyhound | T603 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
