1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 261 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
