1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 737 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 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Greyhound | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |