2000 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1524 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Cobra | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2891 mm |