1964 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 740 (302 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 740 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
