1996 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 204 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 494 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |