1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 236 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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Greyhound | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
