1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 12 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 475 kg more 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
Make | AC | GAZ |
Model | Greyhound | 24 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2111 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |