1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 165 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, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Greyhound | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
