1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 19 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 587 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Greyhound | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |