1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 34 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 43 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Greyhound | Bigua |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |