1966 AC Cobra vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 195 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 240 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 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 |
