1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 685 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Greyhound | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
