1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 689 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 740 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
