1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 119 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 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Greyhound | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |