1999 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
