1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 437 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 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
