1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 142 L |
