1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 262 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 Peugeot 307 (181 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Greyhound | 307 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
