1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 49 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 976 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
