2000 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
