1985 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
