1997 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Cobra | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
