1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 754 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Greyhound | S60 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
