1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 205 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
