1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | X3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
