1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 545 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Greyhound | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 316 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |