1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 733 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | CC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
