1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 156 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 330 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
