1961 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 346 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
