1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1012 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
