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, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 506 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
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 | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |