1961 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 661 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
