1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 641 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 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
