1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 161 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
