1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 43 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | NSX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
