1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 20 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 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 800 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 730 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |