1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 557 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
