1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 191 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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Greyhound | Guara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
