1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 23 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), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Greyhound | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
