1996 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 AC Cobra and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 273 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1996 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 1996 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Cobra | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |