2000 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Renault Spider. (296 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Cobra | Spider |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |