1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 330 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
