1963 AC Cobra vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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 130 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 285 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 120 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |