1996 AC Cobra vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (364 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra. 2010 GMC Sierra 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. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
