1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 48 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1416 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Greyhound | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 84 L |
