1963 AC Cobra vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1989 BMW 750 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 750 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |