1961 AC Cobra vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 37 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 86 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 567 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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1998 BMW 323 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 323 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |