1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | R8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
