1962 AC Cobra vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1962 AC Cobra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | 500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |