1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 148 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1983 TVR 350i | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Greyhound | 350i |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |