1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 550 is newer by 41 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 675 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | 550 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
