1999 AC Aceca vs. 2002 AC Cobra

To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. Both 1999 AC Aceca and 2002 AC Cobra are equipped with a 3,506 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 2002 AC Cobra
Make AC AC
Model Aceca Cobra
Year Released 1999 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 3506 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 346 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2300 mm


 

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