1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 53 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), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 719 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
