1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 757 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2919 mm |
