1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 521 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | 100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
