1999 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
