1962 AC Cobra vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 51 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 996 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 AC Cobra | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | ActiveHybrid 5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |