1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 47 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), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 570 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 520 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
