1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 422 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Falcon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
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 | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |