2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |