1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 22 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 815 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 118 L |
