1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1815 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
