1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 510 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 135 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
