1961 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2008 Nissan Armada 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. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
