1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Greyhound | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
