1961 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Cobra | Continental |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
