2003 AC Cobra vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 5 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 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 313 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2008 BMW 130 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 130 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |