1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 305 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 120 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
