1963 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Audi R8
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 37 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, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 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. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2000 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | R8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 339 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 |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
