1964 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Audi Asso
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1973 Audi Asso | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | Asso |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
