1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 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, 2007 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 330 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
