1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1286 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra 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. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
