1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 43 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
