1998 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1414 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Cobra | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |