1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 535 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 Toyota Supra (351 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Supra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
