1961 AC Cobra vs. 2000 AC Aceca

To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 39 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, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 630 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.

Compare all specifications:

1961 AC Cobra 2000 AC Aceca
Make AC AC
Model Cobra Aceca
Year Released 1961 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4265 cc 3504 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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