1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 31 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 971 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | Virage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 114 L |
