1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |
