1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 573 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.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | M3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |