1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1810 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | AC | Hummer |
| Model | Greyhound | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 121 L |
