1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 53 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 420 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Greyhound 2012 Volkswagen CC
Make AC Volkswagen
Model Greyhound CC
Year Released 1959 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2216 cc 2000 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 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1093 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4799 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1855 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L


 

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