1966 AC Cobra vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 294 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 188 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 325 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 198 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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |