1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 197 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | AC | Venturi |
| Model | Greyhound | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
