1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 840 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 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Greyhound | Continental |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
