1961 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 50 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 83 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 559 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 2011 Dodge Avenger 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. 2011 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
