1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 51 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), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1425 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Greyhound | Continental |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| 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 | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
