1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 399 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 Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
