1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 756 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1999 BMW 540 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 540 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
