1964 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 48 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, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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 A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | A6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
