1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 115 L |
