1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 26 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 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
