2000 AC Cobra vs. 2002 BMW 760
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2002 BMW 760 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 760 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |