2000 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 795 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |