1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Honda Z 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Honda Z | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Greyhound | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 57.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |