1962 AC Cobra vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 540 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |