1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Greyhound | TD |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
