2003 AC Cobra vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | M5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
