1967 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 353 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC Cobra | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | TT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
