2001 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 3 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 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | AC | Marcos |
Model | Cobra | TS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |