1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1986 Audi 100
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 27 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 23 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1986 Audi 100 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | 100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |