1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 47 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | M6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
