1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 809 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | V8 Saloon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 104 L |
