1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Greyhound | Viper |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |