1961 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 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 173 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
