1998 AC Cobra vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 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 110 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 449 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | Z4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |