1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 67 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 2002 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |