1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 46 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 732 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
