1997 AC Cobra vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1285 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra. 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
