1996 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 239 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | SLK |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |