1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Greyhound | Megane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
