1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
