1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 112 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |