1962 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Audi Rosemeyer
To start off, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 8,003 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (630 HP) has 374 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Audi Rosemeyer.
Because 2000 Audi Rosemeyer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer 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, 2000 Audi Rosemeyer (1,032 Nm) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Rosemeyer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2000 Audi Rosemeyer | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | Rosemeyer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 8003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 630 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 1032 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
