1999 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 655 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 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2005 Maserati Spyder 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. 2005 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
