1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 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, 1995 Audi A6, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1995 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |