1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 252 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 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
