1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |