1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 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), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
