1961 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 40 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 103 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | MM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
