1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1215 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 S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
