1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 378 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 Saab 9-2x (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Greyhound | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
