1963 AC Cobra vs. 1996 BMW 325
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1996 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 325 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |