1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 BMW 730
To start off, 1992 BMW 730 is newer by 33 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1959 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1992 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |