1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 739 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.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
