1997 AC Cobra vs. 1960 BMW 502
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1960 BMW 502 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 502 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
