1961 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 44 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | AC | Xedos |
| Model | Cobra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
