1961 AC Cobra vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 35 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 24 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 840 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 735 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |