1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 35 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 500 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
