1961 AC Cobra vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 38 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 650 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | Z9 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |