1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 675 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Greyhound | TL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
