1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 202 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | AC | Venturi |
| Model | Greyhound | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
