1961 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 49 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
