1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | S8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
