1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 443 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | AC | Donkervoort |
Model | Greyhound | D8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |