1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 23 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 167 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | 420 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
