1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 113 L |
