1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 192 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
