1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 207 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 M3 (236 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
