1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 40 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | R8R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
