1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 15 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 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1935 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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | AC | ZIL |
| Model | Greyhound | 117 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
