1999 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |