1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 300 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Greyhound | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
