2000 AC Cobra vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 168 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 Length | 4110 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |