1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1815 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Greyhound 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make AC Mercedes-Benz
Model Greyhound CLC
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 167 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 62 L


 

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