1985 AC Cobra vs. 1968 BMW 2800
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1968 BMW 2800 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 2800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
