1963 AC Cobra vs. 1961 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1961 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Cobra | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
