1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 800 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1993 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1993 Lexus LS | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Greyhound | LS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |