1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Acura NSX
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 39 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2001 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Greyhound | NSX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
