1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 222 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Greyhound | Esprit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |