1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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 (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 335 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |