1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 272 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Greyhound | C5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |