1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1955 Bristol 405
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. Both 1962 AC Greyhound and 1955 Bristol 405 are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1955 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Greyhound | 405 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
