1961 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
