1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 187 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 2000 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |