1999 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 88 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobra | Microbus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |