1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 362 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 Scion tC (235 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | AC | Scion |
| Model | Greyhound | tC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
