1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 49 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | R8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
