1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 297 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
