1964 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 45 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, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 535 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |