1998 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 634 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra. 2012 Porsche 911 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. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |