1985 AC Cobra vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 21 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, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
