1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 10 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 49 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Capri |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
