1999 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 (522 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |