1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1264 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 99 L |
