1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Greyhound | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
