1998 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 6 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1709 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AC | Maybach |
| Model | Cobra | 57 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
