1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
