1998 AC Cobra vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 296 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | AC | MCC |
| Model | Cobra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1810 mm |
