2005 AC Cobra vs. 1999 AC Aceca
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (322 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 448 kg more 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1999 AC Aceca | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Cobra | Aceca |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |