1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 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 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |