1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1074 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |
