1963 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 44 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 41 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 328 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
