1999 AC Cobra vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1992 BMW 538 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 538 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |