1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 48 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 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 600 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2009 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 318 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |