1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1965 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Citroen | AC |
| Model | 15 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
