1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Greyhound | Gran Fury |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |