1998 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 7 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 49 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | AC | Marcos |
Model | Cobra | TS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |