1961 AC Cobra vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 42 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 89 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 690 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 520 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |