1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 408 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
