1963 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Cobra | S5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |