1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 AC Cobra
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 82 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1985 AC Cobra | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Greyhound | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
