1961 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | A5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
