1964 AC Cobra vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 116 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
