2005 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
