1998 AC Cobra vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 116 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |