1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 50 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
