1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 437 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 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Greyhound | 607 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
