1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 410 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 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Bora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
