1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
