1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 882 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Greyhound | Pilot |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |