1966 AC Cobra vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 745 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
