1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 625 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 650 (490 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 650 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 650 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 650 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
