1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
