1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 35 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 576 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | XM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
