1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 12 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 915 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
