2003 AC Cobra vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, both 2003 AC Cobra and 2003 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 158 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |