1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
