1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Greyhound | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | AC | Berkeley |
Model | Greyhound | Twosome |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 37 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1790 mm |