1999 AC Cobra vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Cobra | 732 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |