1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
