1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1127 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Express |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |