1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 28 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 800 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Greyhound | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
