1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 39 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 445 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | Z3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |