1985 AC Cobra vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 19 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, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 575 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 525 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |