1961 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 789 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Durango |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
