1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1332 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Greyhound | GL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3075 mm |
