1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 20 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, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 522 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | AC | Noble |
| Model | Cobra | M14 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 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 | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
