2000 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Cobra | R8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |