1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 413 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 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Greyhound | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
