1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 43 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 185 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Greyhound | Guara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |