1997 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1997 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1997 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cobra | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
