1999 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2011 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
