1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 443 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | AC | Caterham |
| Model | Greyhound | C21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
