1999 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | AC | Xedos |
| Model | Cobra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
