1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 233 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Greyhound | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
