1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 385 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Greyhound | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |