1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, 2006 Scion xB 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Scion xB. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xB. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | AC | Scion |
| Model | Greyhound | xB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
