1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 48 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S8 weights approximately 160 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | S8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
