1996 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 89 L |