1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 905 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Greyhound | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
