1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 825 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | A6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
