1963 AC Cobra vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 40 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 104 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 650 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2003 BMW 520 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. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 520 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |