2003 BMW M3 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | M3 | Cobra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |