1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 450 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1995 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | M3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
