1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 32 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 720 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Greyhound | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
