2000 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 913 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |