1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 44 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 740 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
