1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 31 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 835 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
