1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 233 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
