2003 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Maserati Royale
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 4,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Royale. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Royale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati Royale weights approximately 878 kg more than 2003 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. 1986 Maserati Royale has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Maserati Royale will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1986 Maserati Royale | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Royale |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
