1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
