1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (133 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 430 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (184 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | AC | Samsung |
| Model | Greyhound | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
