2008 BMW 318 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 43 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 140 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 385 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 318 | Cobra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |