1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 26 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), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 685 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Greyhound | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
