1966 AC Cobra vs. 2006 BMW 650
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 40 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 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 583 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2006 BMW 650 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 650 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |