1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 387 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Greyhound | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |