1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1305 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Greyhound | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 91 L |
