2002 AC Cobra vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1999 BMW 540 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 540 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |