1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 461 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Greyhound | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
