1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1288 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Greyhound 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make AC Toyota
Model Greyhound Tundra
Year Released 1959 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2216 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1093 kg 2381 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 100 L


 

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