1998 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 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 128 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2895 mm |