1985 AC Cobra vs. 1983 BMW 725
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1983 BMW 725 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 725 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |