1961 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 122 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 500 kg more 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | E |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |