1961 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 AC Cobra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |