1961 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 901 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 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2010 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | Elise |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |