1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1312 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | AC | Checker |
| Model | Greyhound | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4760 mm |
