1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 215 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
