1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 49 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 689 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
