1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 575 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Greyhound | Viper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
