1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 215 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 118 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
