1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 253 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 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 Greyhound (179 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Greyhound | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |