1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 299 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
