1964 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 30 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, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | 928 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
