1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
