1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 460 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | Vision |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
