1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 16 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Senator |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
