1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 37 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 506 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
