1996 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 664 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | Vantage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |