1999 AC Cobra vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1763 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 (579 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
