1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 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 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 328 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |