1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1340 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | X5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
