1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 FJ Cruiser | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Greyhound | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |