1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 701 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 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, 2006 Ford E-150, 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
