1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 935 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 740 (600 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 740 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 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
