1985 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 26 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | DBS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |