1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 407 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Greyhound | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
