1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 52 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 73 kg more 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, 2011 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |