1966 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
