2000 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |