1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 393 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 Mustang (502 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
