1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 32 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 460 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Greyhound | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
