1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 550 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Viper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
