1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1972 Mercury Cougar 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 563 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 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Greyhound | Cougar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |