1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 25 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | BX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
