1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 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 65 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 915 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2005 BMW 740 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 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 740 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 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 | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5040 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 |