1966 AC Cobra vs. 1996 BMW 520
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 30 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 260 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 349 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1996 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 520 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |