1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 39 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 930 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 745 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
