1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 232 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
