2001 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 890 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.
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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2001 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | Rapide |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2990 mm |