1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
