1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |
