1962 AC Cobra vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 48 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 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 528 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3000 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
