1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1076 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 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
