1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 657 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Silverado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |