1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 45 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | AC | Wartburg |
| Model | Greyhound | 311 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
