1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1241 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
