1999 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, both 1999 AC Cobra and 1999 Infiniti I were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1999 Infiniti I, 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 (522 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I. 1999 Infiniti I 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. 1999 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | AC | Infiniti |
Model | Cobra | I |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |