1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1439 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Greyhound | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
