1962 AC Cobra vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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 113 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 356 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 118 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |