1996 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra 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 150 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 336 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | Z4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 1026 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |