1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 260Z is newer by 17 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 107 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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Greyhound | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
