2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra 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 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 BMW M | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |