1997 AC Cobra vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra 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 140 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 330 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
