1963 AC Cobra vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 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 81 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 345 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 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
