1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 365 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
