1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema 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 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 735 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 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Thema |
| 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 | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
