1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 676 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 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Custom |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |