1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1972 Maserati Indy 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 447 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 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | Indy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
