2005 AC Cobra vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1978 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |