1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1355 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.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
