1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 32 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 773 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Alpina B | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Greyhound | B |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
