1999 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Cobra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
