1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1072 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 140 L |