1997 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1219 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2895 mm |