1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Greyhound | 400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
