1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | Europa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
