1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
