1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 52 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Greyhound | A |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |