1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 42 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1237 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
