1961 AC Cobra vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
