1999 Audi R8 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Cobra. (426 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Cobra. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Audi | AC |
| Model | R8 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1250 mm |
