2005 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |