1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 957 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Greyhound | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |