1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 BMW 854
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1994 BMW 854 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 854 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
