1999 AC Cobra vs. 1988 BMW 524
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 330 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 (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1988 BMW 524 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 524 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |