1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1682 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | AC | Avanti |
| Model | Greyhound | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |
