1985 AC Cobra vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 735 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |