1996 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 15 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 147 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 591 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25. 2011 Infiniti G25 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. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | AC | Infiniti |
Model | Cobra | G25 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |