1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 350 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
