1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1161 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
