1985 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 24 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | Elise |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |