1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1763 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 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-350 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |