2000 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |