1985 AC Cobra vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 23 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 89 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
