1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 46 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 725 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, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | X3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
