1962 AC Cobra vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 626 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | Z4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
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 | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |