1985 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 19 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, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3170 mm |
