1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 417 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |