1961 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Cobra | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |