1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 42 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1446 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Greyhound | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |
