1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 24 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 227 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, 1983 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Senator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
