1961 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 162 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2980 mm |
