1997 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 801 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M. 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | AC | Infiniti |
Model | Cobra | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |