1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 361 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
