1963 AC Cobra vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 45 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 151 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 455 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 318 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
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 | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |