1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 38 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 852 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 850 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
