2000 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 855 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Cobra | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |