1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 49 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 135 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 335 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 116 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |