1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 39 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 418 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
