1999 AC Cobra vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra 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 38 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
