1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 50 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1137 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Greyhound | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
