1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Greyhound | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 401 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |