1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 417 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Greyhound | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |