1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Greyhound | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
