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AC Greyhound

General information

ModelAC Greyhound
Year1959
Rating52 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power125.00 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque179.00 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 96.0 mm (26.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-50 miles9.5 seconds
0-60 miles12.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1232 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1015 kg (2,237.7 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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