1996 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 AC Cobra. 2009 Bentley Arnage 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. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Cobra | Arnage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |