1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Audi S8
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1999 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | S8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
