1962 AC Cobra vs. 2002 BMW 760
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 40 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1110 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2002 BMW 760 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 760 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |