2001 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Audi RS6
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2002 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
