1985 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 24 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 90 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
