1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 407 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |