1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 46 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 874 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
