1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Greyhound | 403 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
