1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 767 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
