1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 26 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 555 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, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1988 BMW 520 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 520 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
