1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 11 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, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
