1962 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | A4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
