1996 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (343 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 531 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobra | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
