1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2007 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Greyhound | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 84 L |
