1999 AC Cobra vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 6 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, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 885 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2005 BMW 748 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 748 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
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 | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3000 mm |