1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2005 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2005 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Lexus LX | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Greyhound | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
