1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 82 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 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | AC | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Greyhound | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
