1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1430 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 |
