1963 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |