1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 292 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 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
