1998 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 153 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |