1962 AC Cobra vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 46 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 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 534 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 328 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |