1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
