1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |