1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 677 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Greyhound | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |