1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1951 Austin Princess
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 940 kg more than 1962 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1951 Austin Princess | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Greyhound | Princess |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
