1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 54 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 960 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.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Greyhound | 6 series |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |