2002 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Audi RS4
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2007 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
