1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 29 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 169 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Greyhound | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |