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 4,604 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.
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 | 4604 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
