1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 20 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 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Greyhound | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |