1961 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 100 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | AC | Lotec |
Model | Cobra | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |