1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 301 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Greyhound | Elise |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
