2000 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 800 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2011 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobra | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
