1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 420 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Greyhound | 800 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
