1962 AC Cobra vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1995 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 330 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |