2000 Porsche 996 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Porsche | AC |
| Model | 996 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
