1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1445 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cobra | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
