1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1342 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Greyhound | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
