1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 462 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2009 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 AC Cobra 2009 Nissan Armada
Make AC Nissan
Model Cobra Armada
Year Released 1961 2009
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4265 cc 5551 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 5200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
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 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 106 L


 

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