2005 AC Cobra vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 720 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2005 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 2001 BMW 740 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Cobra | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
