1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 527 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Greyhound | Avalon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |