1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 397 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Greyhound | 307 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |