1963 AC Cobra vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 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, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 690 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 840 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |