1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 172 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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | 228 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
