1961 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | Esprit |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |