1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 45 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
