2000 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |