1961 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 945 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Cobra | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
