1999 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 8 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW 760 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
