1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 30 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 585 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Greyhound | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
