1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Greyhound | P5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
