1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 347 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Greyhound | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
