1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 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, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 187 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Greyhound | XM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |