1961 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
