1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 759 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Acura TL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Greyhound | TL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
