1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | Z3 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
