1961 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 51 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1375 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 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
