1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 45 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 335 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | AC | Ascari |
Model | Greyhound | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |