1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 TT | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |