1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Greyhound | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
