1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1132 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Greyhound | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |