2007 BMW 730 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 730 | Cobra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |