1997 AC Cobra vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1513 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
