2001 AC Cobra vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
