1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Greyhound | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 133 L |
