1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 52 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), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 227 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 125 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |