1999 AC Cobra vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 10 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, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 795 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730. 2009 BMW 730 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. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
