1985 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 437 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | CC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
