1961 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 37 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 564 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | CLK GTR |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 6898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 790 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |