1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1395 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
