2000 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS. 2009 Cadillac DTS 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. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | DTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2940 mm |
