1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 179 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
