1999 AC Cobra vs. 1985 BMW 628
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1985 BMW 628 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 628 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |