1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Greyhound | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
