1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1962 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1973 BMW 3.3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 3.3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
