1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 765 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Gran Torino | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
