2003 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1258 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Cobra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2746 mm |
