1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1420 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 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Greyhound | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
