1999 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 760 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cobra | Virage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
