1966 AC Cobra vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 25 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 114 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1991 BMW M12 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | M12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
