1961 AC Cobra vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | 100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
