1963 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 46 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 2009 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 480 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 128 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 128 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2996 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |