1985 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2007 BMW 330 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. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
