1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 168 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
