1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera is newer by 36 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 110 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Greyhound | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
