2007 BMW 325 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 40 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 195 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 328 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 325 | Cobra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 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 | 1475 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |