1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 422 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, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
