1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 536 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
