1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 584 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
