1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1986 BMW 316
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 27 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1986 BMW 316 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 316 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |