1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 10 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 413 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | Bora |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
