1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 149 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Greyhound | 306 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
