1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
