1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 52 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 707 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |