1996 AC Cobra vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 2800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |