1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 220 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
