1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 335 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |
