1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 45 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), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 545 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2008 BMW 135 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 135 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
