1966 AC Cobra vs. 1987 BMW M6
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 21 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 128 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 358 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1987 BMW M6 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | M6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |