1999 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, both 1999 AC Cobra and 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1710 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Cobra | Corniche |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 738 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |