1962 AC Cobra vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 44 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, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
