1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 3 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 111 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |