2000 AC Cobra vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |