1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 47 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 935 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
