1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Alpina B7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 975 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2003 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Greyhound | B7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
