1999 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1275 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cobra | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
