1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 600 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 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
