1985 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 606 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |