1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Audi S6
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 48 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 667 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Audi S6 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | S6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |