1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 995 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
