1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1065 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 X5 (301 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | X5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
