1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 44 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1155 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
