1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 377 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 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
