1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 11 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Greyhound | F40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |