1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Audi A4
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2001 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
