1999 BMW 323 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 323 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |