1963 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 36 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, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 1999 Audi R8 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. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | R8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
