1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 383 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
