1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 37 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 360 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | 996 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
