1999 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 10 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 931 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | Vanquish |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 521 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 577 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |