1999 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 125 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, both vehicles can yield 522 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | AC | Noble |
| Model | Cobra | M14 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
