1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 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) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 659 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | AC | Berkeley |
| Model | Greyhound | B |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 25 L |
