1961 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | Cobra | T700 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
