2003 AC Cobra vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 488 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | M3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
