1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 446 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 Passat (240 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
