1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 11 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 220 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
